2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
